Tackle Football
9U, 10U, & 11U
The HYFC football program takes pride in providing a high-quality program that not only teaches players football fundamentals, but also helps build confidence, character, and growth of the individual and team as a whole.
Registration Checklist
All paperwork noted below must be submitted for athletes to receive equipment/uniforms.
Payments MUST be paid in full in order for the player to participate.
Athletes will NOT be able to start until they are paid in full and all paperwork has been received.
The following paperwork needs to be completed and handed in during parent paperwork nights:
Original Birth Certificate with Raised Seal (new registrants only)
- If you are new to our program, the league requires an original birth certificate with a raised seal.
- This will be returned to you in August once certified by CMYFCC and will not need to be provided again.
- If your child played in Fall 2025, you do NOT need to provide this again. Confirm with your grade-level representative.
Note: A birth certificate can be purchased at the town/city hall of your child’s birth or residence at birth. Cost is usually $10–$20.
Physical or Medical Clearance, signed and dated by Doctor in 2026
You must provide ONE of the following:
- Paperwork from a physical completed in 2026 (must state the child is cleared for sports)
- Medical clearance form from your doctor
If using a medical clearance form, you can fax/email it to your doctor’s office and pick it up—no appointment typically required.
If needed, sports physicals are available at:
- CVS Minute Clinic ($74)
- Walgreens ($30–$50)
- RedMed Hudson ($120 + additional testing)
*Costs as of January 2025
2026 Final Report Card
Your child’s end-of-year report card is required to:
- Confirm town residency
- Qualify for CMYFCC scholarships
Report cards can be downloaded from Aspen.
Tackle Equipment Loan Form (Print & Bring)
For all tackle players, this form documents the equipment issued to your athlete for the season. A parent or guardian must sign to acknowledge responsibility for all items, including helmets, shoulder pads, jerseys, and pants. Most equipment must be returned at the final game, with specific instructions for cleaning and return included on the form.
Please print, complete, and bring this form when equipment is distributed.
Important Dates
JULY 10
Paperwork Due
Drop Off Location: 3 Gately Ave, Hudson
Required Paperwork:
• AYF Player Packet (must be printed and completed — instructions were sent in a separate HYFC email)
• Final report card (not required for athletes entering Kindergarten)
• Original raised-seal birth certificate (NEW athletes only — will be returned at Jamboree)
• Medical clearance (only if your athlete has not had a 2026 physical)
If your athlete already had a physical in 2026, please print their health form from their patient portal. It must:
• Be dated in 2026
• Be signed by a medical provider
• State they are cleared for all sports
Important:
All paperwork must be turned in and accounts must be up to date before athletes can begin practice.
JULY 13
11U Tackle Equipment Night
Location: Cherry Street Field
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
If you are not available for these Equipment Nights, please let us know and we will make alternate arrangements.
JULY 20 – JULY 31
Football Conditioning
Athletes are required to complete 10 hours of conditioning over the two-week period.
- Days: Monday–Thursday
- Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
- Location: Cherry Street Field
WEEK OF JULY 27TH
Equipment Distribution
- Location: Cherry Street Field
- Day and time: TBD
AUGUST 3
All FULL PAD Practices Start
Times and field locations to be determined.
AUGUST 23
Football Jamboree
Hudson High School. Times to be determined.
Mandatory. This event functions as book certification under CMYFCC guidelines. Jamboree playing times and teams involved will be at the discretion of the host association and will have final approval of teams and times by CMYFCC.
AUGUST 30
Start of Regular Season
Times and field locations to be determined.
Games each weekend through October (usually Sundays). Schedule does not come out until close to August 23rd and may not be a full schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are teams structured?
Tackle teams are determined bye age (Ex. 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U).
Beginning Fall 2026, American Youth Football (AYF) has updated the official age cut-off date from July 31 to July 1. (For example, if your child turns 12 on June 30, they will be placed on 12U. If they turn 12 on July 1, they will be placed on 11U.)
Our Tackle teams compete against the other towns in Central Mass who offer the same program.
What is included with Registration?
Pre-Season Jamboree Game
8 Regular Season Games
Tackle Playoffs (Record Dependent)
Tackle Equipment: Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Reversible Jersey
What are the Parental Commitments?
Volunteering:
Volunteer as needed throughout the season. (Ex: Game Day Needs (Chains, MPRs, Announcing), Events)
Equipment:
In-season care & cleaning, prompt return of equipment post season
Paperwork:
Payment, original birth certificate (only if NEW to the program), report card and 2026 physical required to receive equipment. They will not be able to start until all paper work is received.
When and where are practices held?
Practices are 90-120 minutes, two times per week; duration, days and time are determined by the coaching staff and will be announced prior to the start of the season.
Practices locations will differ depending on your division. Locations will be determined by HYFC and will be announced prior to the start of the season